Development and Psychometric Testing of a Self-Rated Scale Based on National Nursing Core Competency Standards

2021 ◽  
pp. JNM-D-20-00049
Author(s):  
Al D. Biag ◽  
Vanessa L. Belen
Keyword(s):  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
Core Competency ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Leadership And Management ◽  
Five Dimensions ◽  
Leadership Management ◽  
Client Care ◽  
Research Competencies ◽  
Item Scale

Background and PurposeThe objectives of this study were to develop a National Nursing Core Competency Standards (NNCCS)-based instrument and determine its construct validity and internal consistency reliability.MethodsA methodologic research design was used to validate the 59-item scale based on the responses of 600 nurses. The scale items were culled from the client care, leadership and management, and research competencies identified in the NNCCS.ResultsThe results of the analyses confirmed 53 items and gave rise to a five-factor solution. The five dimensions are leadership, management, research, ethico-legal, and strategic competencies.ConclusionsThe seminal psychometric testing provided an evidence of acceptable validity and reliability of the proposed instrument. Further testing was recommended to accrue the psychometric soundness of the instrument.

Psychometric Testing of the Emotional Responses Post Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Scale

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 305-313
Author(s):  
Jaclyn Conelius
Keyword(s):  
Construct Validity ◽  
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator ◽  
Emotional Responses ◽  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Cardioverter Defibrillator ◽  
Patients At Risk ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Background and Purpose: The implantable cardioverter (ICD) is the mainstay of treatment for patients at risk for and those who have had life threatening arrhythmias. The negative emotional responses are important for clinicians to identify. The purpose of this study was to develop and evaluate the psychometric properties of The Emotional Responses Post Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator Scale among patients with ICD. Methods: This study was completed in phases; content validity, construct validity, internal consistency, reliability of the instrument and test–retest reliability. Results: The 3 factors are Factor 1, Depressive Symptoms; Factor 2, Anxiety Symptoms; and Factor 3, Fear of the Device. The overall coefficient for the total set of items was .85. Coefficients of the three factors ranged from .80 to .85. Conclusion: This study provides evidence to support the content, construct validity, and reliability of this scale.

Development and psychometric testing of a patient-reported inventory to measure patient-centred care in dietetic practice

2019 ◽  
Vol 25 (6) ◽  
pp. 547
Author(s):  
Ishtar Sladdin ◽  
Wendy Chaboyer ◽  
Lauren Ball ◽  
Brigid M. Gillespie
Keyword(s):  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Practice Research ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Patient Centred Care ◽  
Patient Reported

To develop and psychometrically test a conceptually grounded patient-reported inventory to measure patient-centred care (PCC) in dietetics. Development of the inventory involved conducting a literature search and selecting previously validated scales to reflect the conceptual model of PCC that was developed by the research team. Next, a cross-sectional survey of patients attending individual consultations with Accredited Practicing Dietitians working in primary care was undertaken. To evaluate the factor structure of the inventory, exploratory factor analysis was performed using principal component analysis. Cronbach’s α, inter-item correlations and corrected-item total correlations were computed to test the internal consistency reliability. A total of 133 patients completed the survey. Five factors were extracted, accounting for 78.4% of the variance. All items demonstrated significant loadings (i.e. ≥0.45) and most items had significant loadings on only one factor. High Cronbach’s α values (ranging 0.87–0.97), inter-item correlations (0.46–0.89) and corrected item-total correlations (0.61–0.90) indicated good internal consistency of the inventory, but also potential item redundancy. This study provides the first patient-reported measure of PCC in dietetic practice, which has promising preliminary validity and reliability. With further testing, there is potential for this inventory to be used in future dietetic practice, research and education.

Validity and Reliability of Two Brief Scales of Educational Attitudes

1976 ◽  
Vol 42 (3_suppl) ◽  
pp. 1331-1334 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph C. Bledsoe
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Concurrent Validity ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Factorial Validity ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
School Practices ◽  
Two Factors ◽  
Test Retest Reliability ◽  
Item Scale ◽  
High Test

Two brief scales of 10 items each were taken from Kerlinger's Education Scale VII, a 30-item scale with considerable empirical evidence of validity. Each brief scale has five items measuring each of two factors: A (Progressive) and B (Traditional) attitudes toward education. Factorial validity and moderate internal consistency reliability were shown for both scales. Form I was shown to have high test-retest reliability and concurrent validity with measures of attitudes toward innovative school practices. Potential uses of the scales were discussed.

scholarly journals Filipino Nurses Competencies and Their Perspective on Asean Integration

2018 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Jane K. Balawag ◽  
Maria Hazel D. Cayena ◽  
Bai Katherine T. Dela Torre ◽  
Girlie “J” G. Hermoso ◽  
Judelyn T. Uson
Keyword(s):  
Information Dissemination ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Core Competency ◽  
Significant Information ◽  
Leadership And Management ◽  
Client Care ◽  
Key Informant ◽  
High Knowledge ◽  
The Government ◽  
Key Informant Interview

The study intends to determine the level of competencies (knowledge, skills, & attitude) based on the Philippine Nursing core competency standards and nurse’s perspective on Asean integration to match with their competencies and determine their readiness towards the alliance. A descriptive quantitative design was used.  The Survey questionnaire was conducted among nurses (112) working in the government hospital in Region XII such as Cotabato City, General Santos City, Kidapawan City, and Koronadal City. Focus group discussion and key informant interview were utilized.  Findings revealed that nurses have the high knowledge, very competent, and moderately favorable attitude towards their role in client care, leadership and management, and research. Common themes emerged are, a. Clueless about Asean integration; b. Filipinos are globally competent. Nurses do not have an idea of the Asean integration.  But they were not threatened because they considered themselves globally competent. Despite the information dissemination of the government regarding Asean Integration, this significant information did not reach the nurses working in the clinical area. Nurses have a different understanding of the Asean integration phenomenon because of the degree of exposure. However, competency wise, Filipino nurse believed they could keep up with the demands made by the integration.

Clinical Deterioration Leadership Ability Scale: A Psychometric Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 314-322
Author(s):  
Patricia L. Hart ◽  
LeeAnna Spiva ◽  
Nicole Mareno
Keyword(s):  
Factor Structure ◽  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
Clinical Deterioration ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Experienced Nurses ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Test Retest Reliability

Background and Purpose: Assessing nurses’ perceived leadership abilities during clinical deterioration provides a starting point for designing educational interventions to support leadership improvement. The study purpose was to provide psychometric testing of the Clinical Deterioration Leadership Ability Scale (CDLAS). Methods: The psychometric properties and factor structure of the CDLAS was examined. Results: Factor analysis determined a 1-factor structure (eigenvalues 5.783). Construct validity was supported by a significant difference between experienced (M = 3.48, SD = .57) and less experienced nurses (M = 3.27, SD = .68; t(146) = −2.00, p = .047). Acceptable levels of internal consistency reliability were found (.93, .95, and .94). Conclusion: The CDLAS has demonstrated acceptable validity and reliability. Further testing is needed in diverse populations and establishment of test–retest reliability.

RESEARCH ON BUILDING THE PROBATIONARY MECHANISM FOR LEADERS AND MANAGERS AT VIETNAM ACADEMY FOR ETHNIC MINORITIES*

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dau The Tung ◽  
Phan Hong Minh
Keyword(s):  
Ethnic Minorities ◽  
Management Practice ◽  
Leadership And Management ◽  
Leadership Management

Derived from the practical requirements of leadership and management of the Vietnam Academy for Ethnic Minorities; from the assigned task functions; from the Party and State's guiding documents on leadership, management practice and issues raised from probationary leaders and managers in a number of agencies, units, ministries, the groups of authors focus on studying and formulating a probationary mechanism for leaders and managers at the Vietnam Academy for Ethnic Minorities, in which special attention is paid to the practical conditions and the peculiarities of the Vietnam Academy for Ethnic Minorities.

Interdisciplinary Client Care with the Neuman Systems Model

1998 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 310-319
Author(s):  
Kevin M. Marett ◽  
Rae Jeanne Memmott ◽  
W. Eugene Gibbons ◽  
Randy L. Bott ◽  
Lee Duke
Keyword(s):  
Interdisciplinary Team ◽  
Common Language ◽  
Complete Understanding ◽  
Content Areas ◽  
Five Dimensions ◽  
Neuman Systems Model ◽  
Systems Model ◽  
Client Care ◽  
Neuman Systems ◽  
Client System

This article describes how the Neuman Systems Model (NSM) can be used in a two-step process to provide both the form and the function for interdisciplinary client care. The NSM proposes five dimensions of human experience as being necessary for a complete understanding of a client system. This article takes these five content areas—psychological, physiological, spiritual, developmental, and sociocultural—and extrapolates them to their respective disciplines (e.g. nursing, social work, religion, psychology, etc.) to create a comprehensive interdisciplinary model for client care. The NSM also provides a common language and conceptual paradigm, congruent with allied disciplines. A demonstration project incorporating the NSM in the formation and functioning of an interdisciplinary team is described.

scholarly journals Development of the Adult Pandemic Attitude Scale (A-PAS)

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (12) ◽  
pp. 6311
Author(s):  
Mihyeon Seong ◽  
Juyoung Park ◽  
Soojin Chung ◽  
Sohyune Sok
Keyword(s):  
Construct Validity ◽  
Convergent Validity ◽  
Discriminant Validity ◽  
Item Analysis ◽  
Preliminary Investigation ◽  
Attitude Scale ◽  
Face Validity ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Five Dimensions ◽  
Development Step

This study aimed to develop an instrument for measuring the attitudes that reflect the characteristics of the pandemic (Adult Pandemic Attitude Scale (A-PAS)) and verifying its validity and reliability. This study used a methodological research design and was conducted with a development step and an evaluation step. The development step included development of preliminary items, content validity, face validity, and preliminary investigation. The evaluation step included item analysis, construct validity, convergent validity, discriminant validity, criterion validity, factor naming, reliability, and completion of the final instrument. The A-PAS developed in this study consisted of a total of 20 items in five dimensions. The internal consistency of 20 items of the A-PAS, Cronbach’s α was 0.92 for 20 items, Cronbach’s α for each factor, a subscale of instrument, was 0.61~0.87 and Raykov’s p coefficient of each factor, which is a subscale of the tool, was found to be 0.60 to 0.88. Analysis of construct validity showed the results as follows: χ2 (p) = 134.05 (p < 0.001), RMSEA = 0.02, RMR = 0.02, GFI = 0.94, CFI = 0.99. The study findings suggest that the developed instrument can be utilized to measure the attitudes of adults toward pandemics, and reflect the reality of the pandemic situation. The outcomes can be used as valuable data for intervention, prevention activities, and policy preparation. The instrument will be applied in the event of a pandemic, such as COVID-19, and will be helpful in promoting the health of the people.

scholarly journals The Gastrointestinal and Gastroesophageal Reflux (GIGER) Scale for Infants and Toddlers

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 ◽  
pp. 2333794X2110331
Author(s):  
Britt F. Pados ◽  
Christine Repsha ◽  
Rebecca R. Hill
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Gastroesophageal Reflux ◽  
Psychometric Properties ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Gastrointestinal Symptoms ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Parent Report ◽  
Infants And Toddlers ◽  
Item Scale ◽  
Report Measure

The purpose of this study was to describe the development of the Gastrointestinal and Gastroesophageal Reflux (GIGER) Scale for Infants and Toddlers, and determine its factor structure and psychometric properties. Items were developed to comprehensively assess gastrointestinal (GI) and gastroesophageal reflux (GER) symptoms observable by a parent. Exploratory factor analysis on 391 responses from parents of children under 2 years old resulted in a 36-item scale with 3 subscales. Internal consistency reliability was acceptable (α = .78-.94). The GIGER total score and all 3 subscales were correlated with the Infant Gastroesophageal Reflux Questionnaire-Revised (I-GERQ-R) ( P < .05) and Infant Gastrointestinal Symptoms Questionnaire (IGSQ) ( P < .05). GIGER total score was higher in infants with a diagnosis of GER ( P < .05) or constipation ( P < .05) compared to those without. The GIGER is a parent-report measure of GI and GER symptoms in children under 2 years old with adequate psychometric properties.

Psychometric Testing and Refinement of the Support Needs Inventory for Parents of Asthmatic Children

2004 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 179-193
Author(s):  
Christine Toye ◽  
Linda J. Kristjanson ◽  
Mardhie E. Coleman ◽  
Hendrika Maltby ◽  
Glenda Jackson
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Internal Consistency ◽  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Support Needs ◽  
Clinical Screening ◽  
Asthmatic Children ◽  
Children With Asthma ◽  
Undue Burden ◽  
Over Time

This study refined the Support Needs Inventory for Parents of Asthmatic Children (SNIPAC) (Coleman, Maltby, Kristjanson, & Robinson, 2001) to produce a more parsimonious tool to assess the importance and meet the support needs of parents of children with asthma. The original tool was completed by 145 parents of 199 children with asthma, and 74 of these also provided test-retest responses. Internal consistency reliability, construct validity, and stability over time were assessed and refinements were made. Internal consistency reliability of the revised 20-item tool ranged from .77 to .95 for the three subscales of the Parent’s Priority Scale (PPS), and .92 for the full PPS. Cronbach’s alphas ranged from .74 to .90 for the three subscales of the Parent’s Fulfillment Scale (PFS) and was .91 for the full scale. Factor analysis results of the PPS were compatible with the tool’s conceptual framework. The revised 20-item tool demonstrated adequate psychometric properties in most areas. This tool may be used for research or clinical screening without imposing undue burden on parents. Further work is required to establish the tool’s stability over time.

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